Fudgy Sheet Cake
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate chocolate dessert with this rich and decadent Fudgy Sheet Cake! This crowd-pleasing recipe delivers an irresistibly moist and dense texture, thanks to the perfect blend of butter, two types of sugar, and just the right amount of cocoa powder. A hint of vanilla and melted chocolate chips in the batter elevate the flavor to pure chocolate heaven. Quick and easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, this classic sheet cake bakes to perfection in a 9x13-inch pan, making it ideal for family gatherings, potlucks, or weeknight desserts. Whether served plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or topped with your favorite frosting, this fudgy treat is guaranteed to satisfy any chocolate lover’s cravings. Plus, with simple pantry staples and step-by-step instructions, it's the go-to recipe for effortless baking success!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1.25 cups whole milk
- 0.5 cup hot water
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan. Line the pan with parchment paper for easy removal, if desired.
Melt the butter in a large microwave-safe bowl or on the stovetop and let it cool slightly.
Add the granulated sugar and brown sugar to the melted butter, whisking until well combined.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully mixed before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry mixture, mixing until just combined.
Pour in the hot water and stir gently until the batter is smooth and slightly thin. Do not overmix.
Fold in the chocolate chips to add extra bursts of chocolatey goodness.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter).
Let the cake cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing into squares or rectangles to serve. Enjoy as-is or top with your favorite frosting or powdered sugar!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5702 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 199.1 g | 255% | |
| Saturated Fat | 110.7 g | 554% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1029 mg | 343% | |
| Sodium | 4128 mg | 179% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1017.4 g | 370% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 83.8 g | 299% | |
| Total Sugars | 650.3 g | ||
| Protein | 112.8 g | 226% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.4 mcg | 37% | |
| Calcium | 900 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 51.6 mg | 287% | |
| Potassium | 3990 mg | 85% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
